Au Trait d'Union Tijma Matmata

This is a no go zone. Don't pay any attention to the 'romantic' reviews. It is a no go zone and nobody should stay here (unless you're a desperate backpacker) for many reasons but the first one is this: THERE IS NO PRIVATE BATHROOM. NO WC. NO WATER. NOT A EVEN A SINK in any of the rooms. The property says falsely there is a 'private bathroom' but it does not tell you that the so called private bathroom is 20 yards away OUTSIDE the room. Imagine if you wish to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night or at all. Check in is only open from 5 to 7 pm exclusively. Basic, overpriced and more than uncomfortable. And the price was $91 per night. For a room without a WC and no facilities. Ignore the other reviews. This is the truth. So. Don't.

A unique lovely place out of the town with large underground rooms that face out together into a central open patio. Without A/C units ratling away it's a very peaceful place... the silence was deafening! But it is cooler underground anyway so there is no need for them even if 40deg outside! The food was excellent in quality and quantity cooked by in house chef and served in an underground dining area. Lovely underground places to sit / relax with colourful lighting. Wifi only near the entrance. On arrival there was no information board, or front desk about local tours, maps or what one can do here. Information was not freely offered and had to be asked for, so you feel out on a limb unless you have a hire car. If you're fit you can walk upto Matmata which is 5km away and takes about an hour. However the hidden gem was the owner Habib who will take you on a private tour in his own car pretty much where ever you want, he has lots of local knowledge... just be sure to agree a price with him, before he takes you on a trip! Also... English is not spoken here despite the 'English Spoken' under languages being ticked so as with all Tunisia in general polish up on your French! Bon Voyage!